Opening Keynote

Name:

Dallin Cooper

Title:

Professional Speaker - dallincooper.com

Interpersonal Skills of the Modern World

Dallin Cooper grew up on a sheep ranch outside Riverton Wyoming, but has spent the last ten years bouncing around the most chaotic career path you can imagine. He lived in China, he started a marketing agency, he made dog chews, and now he’s traveling the country as a professional speaker. But for that entire time and throughout his travels, Wyoming has always been “home base” because of the opportunities it provides for lifestyle, family, and his children’s futures. Dallin’s excited to share the most universal and sought-after interpersonal skills of the modern world. Skills that even CEOs and Fortune 500s are desperate to develop, and will help you in your future education, career, and relationships.

Second Keynote

Name:

Casey Sedlack

Title:

Consultant - Startup Wyoming

Start Thinking Like an Entrepreneur

Casey Sedlack grew up all over the Intermountain West and is now a leadership coach and a rancher with a die-hard entrepreneurial spirit. She always wanted a bold, hands-on life, and actually went for it after graduating from college in Boston (she had to see what the East Coast hype was all about). From there, she traded big cities for big country and moved to Dubois, Wyoming – she hasn’t looked back since. Today, she runs her own coaching business, owns and operates a cattle ranch with her husband, and is living her high-country dream because she held onto the belief that you can do anything and be anyone in this state! She’s stoked to talk about some core concepts from the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative so you can start thinking like an entrepreneur and building a life you’re genuinely excited to live – right here in Wyoming!

Third Keynote

Name:

Pete Obermueller

Title:

President - Petroleum Association of Wyoming

How YOU Can Lead Wyoming to the Next Good Idea.

Pete Obermueller (if that’s even his name), is a Natrona County High School Mustang who left Wyoming for a loooong time to get a fancy degree and work in our nation’s Capitol in Washington D.C — then he chose to come home. Why? Because in Wyoming, good ideas have a shot at getting heard and a shot at becoming reality. Today, he is the President of the Petroleum Association of Wyoming, representing hundreds of companies and thousands of people in one of the state’s most critical industries: oil and natural gas. He’s pumped to tell you why energy is the key to human flourishing; why Wyoming matters; and how YOU can think about leading Wyoming to the next good idea.

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Carter Britt

Title:

Project Manager and Land Development Engineer - Morrison-Maierle

Carter Britt is a Kelly Walsh High School graduate and University of Wyoming alumnus. After graduating with a Civil Engineering degree, Carter returned to his hometown of Casper and got to work contributing to development and infrastructure projects in Casper and around Wyoming. After a pit stop in Charlotte, NC for a couple years furthering his career experiences, Carter is back in Casper leading teams and guiding meaningful projects across Wyoming and the surrounding states. He can’t wait to share why Wyoming has been a great place to start a career, foster growth both personally and professionally, and contribute meaningfully to the
community he lives and works in!

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Chance Marshall

Title:

Agricultural Educator - University of Wyoming Extension Program

Chance is an Agricultural Educator with the University of Wyoming Extension program and has spent the past 12 years helping people learn, grow, and succeed in agriculture. But his journey started long before that — as a kid who loved showing cattle, playing baseball, and hunting in the Wyoming mountains. Those early experiences helped shape the path he’s on today. He earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in animal science from the University of Wyoming, where he was also a member of the livestock judging team. Today, Chance and his family operate a commercial cow-calf ranch and raise show cattle. Each fall, he also works as a hunting guide for his family’s outfitting business. Chance lives in Lander with his wife, Karlee, and their two children, Myla and Hayes. A proud Wyomingite, he feels fortunate to do what he loves right here at home. He’s excited to share real-world lessons from his journey and encourage students to work hard, stay curious, and take advantage of the opportunities in front of them – Wyoming is a state like no other and he is proud to share why.

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Sean Peverley

Title:

Entrepreneur - Metro Coffee Co. & Sofa King Coffee Roasters

Sean D. Peverley is a Casper-based entrepreneur with a diverse background in healthcare and retail. After a decade managing clinical laboratories, he transitioned into business ownership, acquiring Metro Coffee Company in 2017. Under his leadership, Metro has grown from a single shop into a multi-location brand with cafés, drive-thrus, and a venue presence. Sean has also co-founded several Wyoming apparel brands, including MYOMING and WYOMADE. Most recently he opened Sofa King Coffee Roasters which serves Casper locally and sells coffee nationally all across USA. A University of Wyoming graduate, he brings operational expertise and a passion for local business to everything he builds.

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Casey Cheesbrough

Title:

Wildland Fire Program Manager - U.S. Wildland Fire Service

Casey Cheesbrough is a Wildland Fire Program Manager for the U.S. Wildland Fire Service based in Casper, Wyoming. As an Incident Commander of a Complex Incident Management Team, he leads 1,000 or more responders on some of the nation’s most challenging wildfires, protecting communities and natural resources. His career blends leadership, strategy, and a deep love for the outdoors. Casey looks forward to sharing the many opportunities in Wyoming to serve the public, work outside, and build meaningful leadership skills while conserving our outdoor way of life.

Casey is excited to discuss some of the amazing opportunities that exist right here in Wyoming to serve the public, work outside, develop real-world leadership skills, and help conserve our outdoor way of life while being part of something bigger than yourself.

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Nick Gilbert

Title:

Owner/CEO - Western Sign & Design

Nick Gilbert was born and raised in Casper, Wy. He graduated form Kelly Walsh High School and holds degrees from Casper College and the University of Wyoming. He currently is the Owner/CEO of Western Sign and Design, LLC and coaches football at KWHS. Before Western Sign and Design, Nick was a teacher at Kelly Walsh High School. Nick is a firm believer in investing and giving back to the community that supports YOU. He believes the more active role you have in the community; the more opportunities your community will provide you. Wyoming provides ample opportunities to build those relationships and create success.

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Sara Thronburg, APRN, FNP-C, RNFA

Title:

CEO/Owner - Sapphire Health and Wellness

Sara is a dedicated nurse practitioner with more than 25 years of experience caring for neurosurgical and spinal patients. She is also the CEO/Owner and Medical Director of Sapphire Health and Wellness in downtown Casper, where she blends medical aesthetics and regenerative medicine with a holistic, personalized approach to care. Her mission is to help people thrive through accessible, compassionate wellness services.

A proud 2001 graduate of Natrona County High School, Sara is deeply committed to giving back to her community. After more than a decade supporting CASA, she now serves on the Executive Board of the Wyoming Rescue Mission. She is also a busy mom of four who loves cheering on her youngest son at Natrona County sports events. Outside of work and family, she enjoys fly fishing on the North Platte River.

Sara believes Wyoming is the ideal place to build a career, raise a family, and inspire future healthcare leaders. She is passionate about sharing her journey as a local entrepreneur and healthcare provider, and the role her Wyoming roots have played in shaping her leadership.

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Jess Freeze

Title:

Emergency Room Nurse

Meet Jess Freeze, an emergency room nurse in Jackson, WY. During her shifts, she’s part of a fast-paced team saving lives, and handling everything from broken bones to life-threatening emergencies. It’s intense, unpredictable, and never boring. But as soon as her shift ends, you can find her tearing up the mountain bike trails or carving through fresh powder. She loves Wyoming because she can bike or ski and work a 12 hour shift in the same day. For Jess, it’s not just a job or a place to live—it’s a lifestyle that gives her both purpose and adventure, and she can’t wait to tell you about it.

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Nikki Strickland

Title:

President (Casper) - Townsquare Media

Nikki is the Market President for Townsquare Media in Casper, Wyoming, where she leads a high-performing team focused on helping local businesses grow through strategic marketing solutions across broadcast, digital, and live events.

With more than a decade of experience in media and community leadership, Nikki previously served as CEO of United Way of Natrona County, where she helped lead the organization to its first $1 million fundraising milestone in nearly a decade—supporting 36 local nonprofits.

She is deeply committed to her community, serving as Vice Chair of the Casper Area Chamber of Commerce Board, Chair of Leadership Casper, a Chamber Ambassador, and a board member for the Child Development Center. Nikki is passionate about collaboration, leadership development, and creating meaningful impact across Wyoming.

Breakout Speaker

Name:

Brandon Daigle, AIA, LEED AP BD+C

Title:

Director of Business Development - MOA Architecture

Brandon Daigle is a Principal and the Director of Business Development at MOA Architecture, a 56-person architecture and interior design firm, where he leads design and project management for many of Wyoming’s significant educational and community projects. A licensed architect in Wyoming and a member of the American Institute of Architects, Brandon brings more than 25 years of experience in guiding projects from the earliest planning conversations through construction completion. Brandon is known for his collaborative approach, clear communication, and dedication to delivering
high-quality design within budget and on schedule. He holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Colorado Denver and a Bachelor of Science in Design from Arizona State University and attended the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Born and raised in Casper, with a deep appreciation for Wyoming communities,Brandon has worked on projects that touch nearly every corner of the state-including schools, colleges, libraries, health facilities, restaurants, civic spaces and custom single-family homes. Locally, his leadership has shaped projects such as the Pathways Innovation Center and Roosevelt High School, the Casper College Visual Arts Building, the Casper-Natrona County Health Department, and the Casper Family YMCA. Beyond his architectural work, Brandon is passionate about community engagement and education, serving on multiple community and state boards—values that align closely with Rotary’s mission of service above self.